Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Celerio and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio is available at ₹469,899, while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced at ₹6,199,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel), producing 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm and 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 26 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Celerio versus 16.14 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 12 V standard automotive battery | — |
| Displacement | 998 cc | 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | Next Gen K10C Advanced Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | 1.5L M254 EQ Boost Mild Hybrid Petrol / 2.0L Diesel OM654 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Petrol: 32l, CNG: 60l | 66 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual / 5-speed AMT | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC Automatic |
| Mileage | 26 kmpl | 16.14 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm | 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric starter system | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 91.1Nm @ 3400rpm | 300 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | 5MT/ Auto Gear Shift | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 313 l | 455 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1260 – 1320 kg | 2135 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 112 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 810 – 915 kg | 1635 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3695 mm × ~1655 mm × ~1555 mm | 4751 mm / 1820 mm / 1438 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2435 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable steering | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Stereoscopic Instrument Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC Active Distance |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (8-way) |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch SmartPlay Studio touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 11.9-inch Vertical MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Available on select trims | Yes - KEYLESS-GO |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes - Auto Folding |
| Power Windows | Front and rear power windows | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes on Higher trims | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric seats with adjustable headrests | MB-Tex / Nappa Leather (AMG Line) |
| Sound System | Integrated audio with Bluetooth, USB, AUX connectivity | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) / 9-Speaker |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Supported via SmartPlay system | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Yes | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Not Available (Integrated) |
| Headlight | Halogen reflector headlamps | LED High Performance Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes, ORVM mounted indicators on select variants | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Available on selected items | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | Droplet Styled | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | ZXi+ -175/60 R 15, LXi,VXi,ZXi - 165/70 R 14 | 225/50 R18 (front) / 245/45 R18 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy wheels on higher trims, steel wheels on base trims | 18-inch AMG Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Standard ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - BAS Plus |
| EBD | Standard EBD | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Standard ESP | Yes - ESP with EBP |
| Hill Hold Assist | Available (especially with AMT) | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Available on higher trims | Yes - 360° Camera System |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Solid Fire RedPearl Arctic WhiteMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Glistening GreyMetallic Silky SilverPearl Caffeine BrownPearl Bluish Black | Opalite WhiteObsidian BlackSelenite SilverSodalite BlueHigh-Tech Silver |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.3 |
